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Old Glebe

7 acre gardens surrounding Georgian rectory. Magnificent display of rhododendrons and azaleas in May. Many interesting mature trees. Walled Long Border and new herbaceous beds. Productive 'no dig' kitchen and cutting garden. 'Messenger' greenhouse (1929) being restored. Small newly planted orchard. Wildflower meadow with mown paths to gazebo and suspension bridge. Series of ponds.

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Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe
Old Glebe

About Old Glebe

7 acre gardens surrounding Georgian rectory. Magnificent display of rhododendrons and azaleas in May. Many interesting mature trees. Walled Long Border and new herbaceous beds. Productive 'no dig' kitchen and cutting garden. 'Messenger' greenhouse (1929) being restored. Small newly planted orchard. Wildflower meadow with mown paths to gazebo and suspension bridge. Series of ponds.

Old Glebe features

  • Cashless
  • Dog friendly
  • Groups Welcome
  • Historical Garden
  • Newly Opened This Year
  • Picnics
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Vegetable Area

Location details

Old Glebe,
Chulmleigh,
Devon,
EX18 7QU

Directions to Old Glebe
Turn S off A377 at Eggesford Stn (halfway between Exeter & Barnstaple), cross railway tracks, drive uphill for ¾m, turn R into bridlepath, drive is on L.

Old Glebe openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from March to September for groups of up to 20.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £8.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access very limited unless very dry.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Old Glebe at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Old Glebe. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at  Old Glebe, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Old Glebe does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Old Glebe is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.